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Rowan graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Board of Trustees holds last meeting of the semester

Owen Miller, Staff Photographer December 11, 2024

Editor's Note: This article has been updated for accuracy. The previous article stated that Fred Keating, president of the Rowan College of South Jersey, was speaking at the Board of Trustees meeting....

Shockey (right) and Twiford (left). - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger

Shockey: O-Whit-uary for Abigail Twiford

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor December 11, 2024

I am sad to report that Abigail Twiford has officially reached Unc status and now finds herself a Rowan University and Whit alumni. After this semester, she will graduate Rowan with a bachelor of arts...

Masai Byrd sprints towards the finish line. The junior broke Shamar Love's school record in the 60-meter. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Jamir Brown and Masai Byrd shine for Rowan men’s track and field to kick off indoor season

Ryan Schaller, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

Rowan men’s indoor track & field made a record-breaking statement on Friday, Dec. 6 at the Fasttrack Season Opener in Staten Island, New York.  The first record-breaking performance was by freshman...

"Maybe my heart didn't grow three sizes, but I found space for Christmas cheer before the Thanksgiving season finished." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Schweiger: Why I no longer reject Christmas before Thanksgiving

Gavin Schweiger, Photography Editor December 11, 2024

I celebrate Christmas, and I love it. But, Thanksgiving is definitely my favorite holiday (a take I understand is unpopular), but I always enjoyed the atmosphere of Christmas, especially in the weeks...

Kornacki speaks to audience in the Eynon Ballroom. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger

Steve Kornacki breaks down election results during his visit to Rowan

Sarah Shockey and Abigail Twiford December 11, 2024

MSNBC and NBC National Political Correspondent Steve Kornacki visited campus for his installment of the Rowan Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship (RIPPAC) Speaker Series on Dec. 5. In his...

"When a college student 30 years from now hosts a themed party, what will people show up wearing?" - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Miller: Redefining what it means to be “on-trend”

Lily Miller, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

What is the defining look of an era? When I think of the 80s, I think about people teasing and hair spraying their hair into a crunchy oblivion. The puffy jackets, shoulder pads, acid-washed jeans, and...

"But amidst this joy, I’ve often wondered: why don’t all holidays get the time and appreciation they deserve?" - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Cohen: Where’s the holiday spirit?

Brendan Cohen, Graphics Editor December 11, 2024

As the holiday season gains momentum, it’s impossible not to notice the cheerful spirit spreading through our communities. The holidays have always been a time for connection, a season when people come...

Environmental grant graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Rowan researchers provided with grant from Environmental Protection Agency

Maryela Gallardo, Web Editor December 11, 2024

A new $350,000 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has provided researchers at Rowan University an opportunity to assist companies in decreasing their carbon footprint and to help local...

"The quantity over quality mindset may not sound so bad until you see the effect it is having on us financially, as well as the environment." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Fogg: Quality over quantity for this holiday season

Gabriel Fogg, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

The holiday season is once again upon us, and with it comes holiday light shows, music being force-fed to you, and the hustle and bustle of scrambling to get satisfactory gifts for those you care about....

Jack Watson competes in the backstroke. The fifth-year has led the charge for Rowan men's swimming this season. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Rowan men’s swimming prepares for extended hiatus out of the water following loss to Johns Hopkins

Dakota Eastman, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

Rowan men’s swimming suffered a loss to No. 11 Johns Hopkins on Friday, Dec. 6 by a final score of 207-55 at the Newton White Natatorium in Baltimore, Maryland. The loss dropped the Profs' record to...

"In order to really allow students to take advantage of the benefits of its growth, Rowan needs to pay more mind to its current students and focus more attention to their academic experience." - Features Editor / Paige Britt

Editorial: The future of your university is here right now

The Whit Staff December 11, 2024

With a new student center, a new school of veterinary medicine, new graduate and doctorate programs, and a “master plan” for the university’s future it’s safe to say that Rowan University is well...

"However, though I know it sounds cliche, the thing I am most grateful for is the people I have made connections with in my time here." - Co-News Editor / Abigail Twiford

Twiford: Goodbye Rowan

Abigail Twiford, Co-News Editor December 11, 2024

I will be graduating and finalizing my degree at the end of this semester. As I look for a job, that involves a lot of cover letter writing and portfolio creation, I have been reflecting heavily on my...

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